A Newbery Collection boxed set Author:Lois Lowry, Elizabeth George Speare, Scott O'Dell, Linda Sue Park An incredible collection of four classic Newbery Medal winners, featuring the latest paperback editions with updated covers. — Number the Stars The story of how one ten-year-old Danish girl's bravery is tested when her best friend is threatened by Nazis in 1943. With an all-new introduction by Lois Lowry. Island of the Blue Dolphins Based on a ... more »true story, an Indian girl named Karana survives without human company on an island for nearly twenty years. With an all-new introduction by Lois Lowry.
The Witch of Blackbird Pond A friendship with a suspected witch in colonial Connecticut forces one teen to choose between her heart and her duty. With an all-new introduction by Karen Cushman.
A Single Shard In 12th century Korea, the orphan Tree-ear is determined to prove himself to the village potters, even if it means taking a long, solitary journey on foot in the hope of a royal commission . . . even if nothing to show at court but a single celadon shard. Includes Linda Sue Park's Newbery Medal acceptance speech.« less